Mars in Aries: Active, Exciting, and Motivated

December 31, 2018 – February 14, 2019

Mars' transit through Aries is an amazing time of initiation and activity! If there's something you've been hesitant to start, Mars in Aries will help you finally get the ball rolling.

Mars is the planet that rules Aries, which means both of their energies are very similar, and very in sync with one another. This isn't a confusing time when you aren't sure which way to turn -- Mars in Aries is a time of great confidence, increased drive, and powerful beginnings!

When Mars is in Aries

Mars is the planet of action, and when he's in Aries, he's on top of the world. He's strong, independent, and fierce. There's nothing -- absolutely nothing -- that will stand in his way, no matter what he wants to accomplish. Mars in Aries is always triumphant.

Fiery Aries is a Cardinal sign characterized by immediacy, activity, and pioneering, so Mars fits perfectly into this fast-paced environment. Because there is little resistance during Mars in Aries, it almost feels like our obstacles melt away. But it's not like they've totally disappeared -- we're just too driven and confident to be daunted by them. Even though we'll probably face these obstacles at some point down the road, that's not the point of Mars in Aries. This transit is not about planning. It's about moving forward, regardless of what may stand in our way later.

We'll want to blaze trails, push ourselves, and tone our bodies and minds. We'll be more likely to do things we've never done before during this transit. Mars and Aries are both about trying, not about winning. Success comes from participation rather than the conquest.

And while this incredible surge in energy can be beneficial, it can also become a challenge in our lives and relationships. Because we're less concerned with consequences, impulsive behavior is likely. We may find that we experience more outbursts of anger, or that our direct approach rubs others the wrong way. Mars in Aries makes us all feel like "it's my way or the highway," which means we aren't willing to meet others halfway. We could end up butting heads more frequently due to the aggressive energy in the air.

If you were born with Mars in Aries

People born with their Mars in Aries are unstoppable forces! You are confident, driven, and action-oriented, finding it tough to stand still too long. Both Mars and Aries are about energy and movement, and having them combined in your chart infuses your spirit with stamina and motivation.

You are assertive and competitive. You have a strong fighting spirit and won't back down from anything or anyone! Your self-assurance also makes it easy for you to explore new territories. While others may wait for someone else to make the first move, you relish the opportunity to enter uncharted waters. Being first makes you feel important, and enriches your pioneering spirit.

In love, you are passionate and fiery, and like to take the initiative. No one has ever mistaken you for a wallflower! Commitment, however, is not your strong suit. Aries is the sign of the self, and having all your action-oriented energy in this independent sign can make it hard for you to focus on the needs or well-being of others. One of your biggest lessons in this life is to find balance between your own wants and needs and those of your loved ones.

"I did it my way" is your life motto. You know what you want and you know how to get it. Be mindful, however, of the limits this can place on your personal growth. Focusing time and attention on yourself is a good thing, and you are naturally more comfortable with the idea of "me" than others are. However, your personal focus tends to be more about getting what you want in the moment, rather than in the long run. To be your best self in the future, you'd be wise to open yourself to others' viewpoints and suggestions. Instead of using your powerful personality to build up walls and go it alone, use to it break down barriers and find the best and most efficient ways of doing things. Just because you didn't come up with it yourself doesn't mean you won't benefit from it immensely. Learn to let your soul overpower your ego.